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Off topic posts removed.

Very interesting, thank you Algi.

Personally I just use Photoshop CS5 and Bicubic resampling. USM is 50%, Radius 1.4 pixels and Threshold 3. That assumes an image size of around 1000 pixels wide on the longest side.

OK, that's enough guys. No further comments on this please, it's just descending into a slanging match.

Ah yes, thank you. A very unusual example, but a good one.

You've linked to a discussion of the Nikon D800/D800E. is there a reference to the K100D or were you just linking to an explanation of the differences between an AA and non-AA camera in a general sense?

I'd interpret it as attention to some minor points that aren't necessarily very obvious or problematic, but which tidy things up.

It's a lovely phrase though that might mean something different to each and every one of us.

The MX-1 arrived this morning and it's all very exciting opening a new camera box. We'll have to ignore I suppose the rubbish looking recycled box as at least it's substantially made and the contents are well packed within. A sign of the times.

Within, however, is a little, or not so little, jewel of a camera. I just love good engineering and this is a beauty. It gleams at you when you open the wrapper. The brass top and bottom plates add weight. The whole things looks well made and classy, much better than the finish on either the Olympus XZ-1 that Sue uses or the Ricoh GR at its higher price.

Here's a picture of my Pentax-Ricoh twins:



It actually looks at first glance that the batteries are the same, which will be handy, and the only other observation I have while the battery charges is that the articulated screen makes the MX-1 larger than it needs to be. I know many of us clamoured for an articulated screen, but it will stay parked for 95% of the time and I might prefer a slimmer camera.

However, early days yet, so let's get that battery charged and I'll report back on progress.

I'm not sure you're not just teasing us Algi, but the potential is there for beginners to be very confused by what is being said. That could well lead them to inappropriate purchases when PU is actually here to help people. Flippancy can have expensive consequences.

If you're serious then there are things you are misunderstanding I think and it might merit looking at again with an open mind.

Hoods are a good idea as they reduce the potential for flare.

Filters should be avoided unless needed for effects or, possibly, to protect against salt spray from the sea.